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  • B1 Rating Recognition for Prof Caradee Wright’s Leadership in Climate and Human Health
    Chief Specialist Scientist at the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) Professor Caradee Yael Wright has advanced from C2 to a B1 National Research Foundation (NRF) rated scientist. This new rating places her among researchers who enjoy considerab
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  • South Africa and Global Partners Mobilise Millions to Sustain Health Research Capacity
    In a bold and strategic move to ensure the resilience of the South African National Health Research Enterprise, the South African government has announced a significant funding injection of R400 million over the next three years. This investment will be augmen
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  • Thermo Fisher Scientific, South African Medical Research Council and Department of Science Innovation and Technology Announce New Training Facility to Develop Next Generation of South African Scientists
    The Centre for Advanced Training and Innovative Research (CATIR) in Pretoria will offer training in advanced molecular science and laboratory management, enhancing essential scientific skills in-country Pretoria, South Africa (July 16, 2025) - Thermo Fisher
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  • Childhood Obesity Linked to Early Onset of Serious Health Conditions, New Study Finds
    A new study conducted by researchers from the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital (IALCH) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal has revealed that a growing number of young South African children are developing serious h
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  • Call for Nominations for Members of the Board of the South African Medical Research Council
    The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is established in terms of the South African Medical Research Council Act, 1991 (Act No. 58 of 1991) (hereafter referred to as the Act). SAMRC is a Schedule 3A public entity reporting to the Ministry of Health
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  • SAMRC contributes to enrolment completion in the Gates MRI TBV02-301 TB Prevention study
    The Gates MRI announced that the M72 Phase 3 trial enrolment target of approximately 20000 participants has been reached eleven months ahead of schedule. This marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of a safe and efficacious TB vaccine that may potenti
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  • SAMRC Experts Take the Global Stage at Prestigious Streptococcal Diseases Conference
    The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) continues to cement its position as a global leader in health research, with internationally recognised experts delivering insights on the world stage. At the 22nd Lancefield International Symposium on Strepto
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Nominations for SAMRC Scientific Merit Awards are now open!

About us

Who we are

The SAMRC was established in 1969 and is dedicated to improving the health of people in South Africa, through research, innovation, development, and technology transfer. The scope of research includes laboratory investigations, clinical research, and public health studies.

We conduct research on South Africa’s quadruple burden of disease: maternal, newborn and child health, HIV/AIDS and TB, non-communicable diseases, and interpersonal violence. Our work is to acquire evidence-based information to inform health policy and practice and improve the quality and health status of people in South Africa.

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Vision & Mission

Building a healthy nation through research, innovation and transformation

To advance the nation’s health and quality of life and address inequity by conducting and funding relevant and responsive health research, capacity development, innovation and research translation

Press Releases, News Articles & Request for Applications

Latest News

South Africa and Global Partners Mobilise Millions to Sustain Health Research Capacity
In a bold and strategic move to ensure the resilience of the South African National Health Research Enterprise, the South African…
Thermo Fisher Scientific, South African Medical Research Council and Department of Science Innovation and Technology Announce New Training Facility to Develop Next Generation of South African Scientists
The Centre for Advanced Training and Innovative Research (CATIR) in Pretoria will offer training in advanced molecular science and…
Vaccine Implementation
Dr. Duduzile Ndwandwe attends WHO AFRO Regional Immunisation Meetings
Dr. Duduzile Ndwandwe, Head of Vaccine Implementation Science at the South African Medical Research Council’s (SAMRC) Cochrane Sou…

Request for Applications

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The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), through its Division of Research Capacity Develo…
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Recognizing the catastrophic impact of U.S. funding cuts on the South African Health Research Enterp…
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There is a national need to develop a cadre of clinician-scientists in South Africa; these are indiv…
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PhD research funding for clinical or health researchers This funding instrument supports individual…
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The Human Frontier Science Program Organization (HFSPO), in collaboration with its South African mem…
Corporate Publications, Research Reports & Policy/Research Briefs

Latest Resource Materials

What we do?

SAMRC Project/Collaboration Websites

Event Calendar

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SAPRIN Population Science Webinar
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UHC/NHI Forum Webinar: Implementation science to scale up integrated primary mental healthcare KwaZulu-Natal
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SA AIDS 2025 conference
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SAMRC President and CEO Lecture - by Prof Ron Vale
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Webinar: Climate Emergency and Public Health in Latin America: lessons for other LMICs
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Webinar: Degraded Air Quality and Climate Change Linkages in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Biomedical Research & Innovation Platform (BRIP) Conference 2025
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SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference
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Introduction to Biostatistics Short Course
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What we offer

Our Services

Biostatistical Analysis

strengthens research projects credibility

Conference and Event Planning

offers seven upmarket conference facilities

Genomics Platform

whole genome sequencing

Health Geographic Information Systems

develop geographic information systems

Knowledge and Information Management Services

supports researchers in conducting research

Videos

2025 SAWISA | Women in research winners - Prof Jill Hanass-Hancock

CATIR | SA research & innovation receives another boost

Dr Ansia van Coller joins Channel Africa for the youth month campaign to talk about her work and impact at SAMRC